The conference ran smoothly due to the organization and efficiency of many who willingly served. Our moderators, Jack Albright, Robert Oltjen, and Ray Stricklin, kept the sessions moving. Our support staff-Nancy Aldridge, Beth Galbreath, Julie Fassett, Terry McCain, and Felicia Wilks-worked diligently. The Purdue Conferences Coordinator, Barbara Meyer, and her support staff competently guided our plannning and helped us accomplish our objectives. The staff of the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Indianapolis was most gracious and accommodating.
We extend very special appreciation to Lisa Crowe for her superb skills and her diligence in coordinating the local planning and implementation. She served as the fulcrum and provided the linkage to assure that the contributions of all parties came together to produce a successful conference.
This proceedings has been expertly edited and overseen by Laura Hoelscher, of Purdue's Department of Agricultural Communication Service. Her hard work is deeply appreciated. We have also relied on the expertise of Russell Merzdorf, our designer, and of Jeff Boyer, who handled layout and production.
Finally, we are grateful for the contributions and cooperation of all the presenters and co-chairs listed in the Table of Contents. Their insight and leadership were invaluable. Bill Baumgardt and H. Glenn Gray